16mo–2.2y12 minOutdoorFree playFamily time
Push, Park, Deliver: Wheeled Toy Routes
A short route-and-deliver game where the adult provides (or improvises) a range of push/roll options indoors and outdoors, supports safe steering and stopping, and adds two fine-motor ‘pit stops’ (page turning and supervised pouring).
What you'll need
Essentials
- a clear path space indoors and/or outdoors
- at least one push/roll option (toy buggy/push cart/ride-on, small rolling suitcase, or an empty laundry basket to push)
- one sturdy board/picture book
- two unbreakable containers (bowls or tubs)
- a child-safe cup and a small jug/cup for pouring (small amount of water)
- towel for spills
Nice to have
- a second push/roll option to offer variety (if available)
- masking tape or chalk to mark a simple ‘route’ line
Movement level: mild
What you'll do
The 4-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneStops when instructedHeart· 22mo–3y· core· Step 2
- MilestoneSingle channelled attention. Can shift to a different task if attention fully obtained – using child’s name helps focus.Mind· 16mo–2.2y· core· Step 2
- MilestoneActs from knowledge of propertiesMind· 16mo–2.3y· stretch· Step 3
- MilestoneCan select and use activities and resources with help.Heart· 22mo–3y· stretch· Step 1
- MilestoneIndependent page turningBody· 10mo–22mo· core
- MilestoneEnjoys filling and emptying containers.Mind· 8mo–20mo· stretch· Step 4
- MilestoneExpresses own preferences and interests.Heart· 22mo–3y· core· Step 1
- MilestoneWalks upstairs with supportBody· 18mo–2.3y· stretch
What it practices
Where it comes from
- Source
- Development Matters in the EYFS (DfE, 2012)
- Original guidance
- “Provide a range of wheeled toys indoors and outdoors, such as trundle trikes, buggies for dolls, push carts.”
- License
- Open Government Licence v3.0
- Attribution
- © Crown Copyright 2012 (Development Matters in the EYFS, DfE)